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Women need to be empowered through economic inclusion, workplace equality and social support. Photo: File

Equality, opportunity and dignity must become realities for every woman

The strength of our democracy is measured by the dignity of its women — who need to be empowered through economic inclusion, workplace equality and social support

One in every five girls across sub-Saharan Africa has experienced rape or sexual assault before turning 18 . Photo: File

Gender-based violence a cycle of silence, outrage and forgotten names

We need to ensure gender-based violence stays on the agenda beyond the headlines and the hashtags during Women’s Month

Women’s sport must be treated as an equal partner in the economy. Delwyn Verasamy/M&G

A play for equality: Invest in women’s sport

With rising global revenue and local team success, despite persistent inequalities, supporting women’s sport boosts growth and empowerment

Women continue to carry a disproportionate burden of unemployment, exclusion and unpaid care work. Photo: David Harrison/M&G

Put young women, especially those in rural areas, at the centre of development

The National Youth Development Agency’s role as public institutions is to ensure women are resourced, recognised and respected

Stop killing us: Five times as many South African women are killed by intimate partners than the global average; women with disabilities are 10 times more vulnerable. Photo Sharon Seretlo/Getty Images

Gender-based violence affects one in three women regardless of income group

A report by the Tears Foundation has highlighted that women don’t report cases to the police and call for help from work, emphasising the need for personal, confidential services

Margaret Nienaber, chief operating officer, Standard Bank Group.

Understanding the commercial value of diversity is key to future success

Diversity provides a broader perspective, vital for any organisation’s longevity and relevance

Unsafe: Shannon Mowday (in the centre on the sax above) highlights that women have to fight for their space in the jazz sector. Photos: Supplied

Patriarchy takes centre stage in the world of jazz

The music sector is rife with discrimination and harassment, making it difficult for women

File photo: University of Stellenbosch students embark on a Start Letting Us Talk (SLUT) march during International Women’s Day commemoration on March 07, 2017 in Stellenbosch, South Africa. (Photo by Jaco Marais/Foto24/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

Resisting gender discrimination: The call for resocialisation in South Africa

Changing damaging socio-cultural norms that justify discrimination against women is a powerful form of resistance

Musical artist: Buhlebendalo will be performing at She Fest.

Diary: She Fest comes to Constitutional Hill, Soweto’s Buskaid String Ensemble in concert,  Lu Dlamini to perform at UKZN

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